2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1979 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 636 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. (86 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1979 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colorado | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
